How to dress for the bedroom

Your weekend away

“If you’re going away for the weekend together, dress for the occasion,” says Shelly Vella, fashion director at Cosmopolitan magazine. “Silk looks sleazy on most men. Women prefer a pair of fresh white or block grey boxer shorts and matching vest or henley T-shirt. Add a subtle dab of aftershave before bed – if she thinks you’ve made an effort, she is more likely to reciprocate.” Look to Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, Sunspel and David Beckham’s Bodywear line at H&M.

The duvet day

When it’s miserable outside and you’re settling in for a boxset marathon, it’s very tempting to slob out. A good rule of thumb: “If you’d be embarrassed to answer the door in what you’re wearing, you should upgrade,” says Charlie Lambros, fashion stylist at Women’s Health. “Throw away those holey old T-shirts and threadbare boxers: it’s a real turn-off. Replace them with pyjama bottoms, a plain tee, jersey hoodie and Ugg slippers.” J Crew, Gap and Fat Face are all good for PJ bottoms.

At the parents' house

Christmas is a time when you’re likely to be staying with parents – hers or yours. Or maybe you’re going away with friends for New Year. “In any case, you need a pair of pyjamas that are suitable for the breakfast table,” says Gabriele Hackworthy, fashion director at Harper’s Bazaar. “The watchword here is ‘decency’: make sure they’re well covered at the crotch.” Derek Rose, Paul Smith, Brooks Brothers and Bonsoir of London are your most stylish choices.

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